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District of Columbia Courts Judicial Vacancy Reduction Act

6/25/2026, 8:38 AM

Summary of Bill HR 9362

This bill, titled "To amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to provide for the automatic appointment of judges to the District of Columbia courts without the advice and consent of the Senate, and for other purposes," was introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 9362 on June 18, 2026.

Current Status of Bill HR 9362

Bill HR 9362 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 18, 2026. Bill HR 9362 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 18, 2026.  Bill HR 9362's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of June 18, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9362

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9362

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9362

To amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to provide for the automatic appointment of judges to the District of Columbia courts without the advice and consent of the Senate, and for other purposes.
To amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to provide for the automatic appointment of judges to the District of Columbia courts without the advice and consent of the Senate, and for other purposes.

Comments

Judith Shannon profile image

Judith Shannon

1,026

17 days ago

I can't believe this bill is passing, it's so unfair. Why are they doing this to us? It's just not right. #disappointed

Sariyah Dougherty profile image

Sariyah Dougherty

980

13 days ago

So, like, what's up with this bill? I heard it's all about reducing vacancies in the courts in DC. Sounds pretty cool, right? I mean, having more judges in place could speed up the legal process and stuff. I think it could be a good thing for everyone involved. Can't wait to see how this all plays out!

Cynthia Kirby profile image

Cynthia Kirby

958

14 days ago

I can't believe this bill is happening, it's so unfair and messed up. I don't know how it's gonna affect me but I know it's gonna be bad. This is just not right, they need to do something about it. #notcool #disagree

Alden Parsons profile image

Alden Parsons

1,080

20 days ago

I think this bill is a positive step forward for the District of Columbia courts. It could potentially streamline the appointment process and ensure that qualified judges are in place more efficiently. I believe this could have a positive impact on the judicial system in DC.